Summer Botwe, a recognized figure from the 2022 season of Love Island, is on her way to the villa as she gears up for the upcoming Love Island All Stars series set to premiere on January 12, 2024. With just two weeks left until the show’s debut, reports indicate that Botwe has begun packing her bags, ready to dive back into the search for love.
Having first made waves as one of the Casa Amor bombshells, Summer became well-known during her stint on the show, particularly for her involvement in a love triangle with contestants Dami Hope and Indiyah Polack. Despite initially being chosen by Dami, he ultimately decided to pursue a relationship with Indiyah, leaving Summer’s journey somewhat tumultuous.
Excitement Builds for All Stars
A source close to the reality star shared with The Sun, “Summer’s packing her bags right now. She can’t wait to be on the show.” This enthusiasm reflects her desire to return to the spotlight in hopes of finding her ideal partner. Last month, an insider commented on the possibility of her return, emphasizing her popularity in series 8 and the strong track record of the All Stars format.
ITV has yet to officially confirm the participation of Botwe or any other contestants, but speculation continues to swirl around potential cast members. Alongside Summer, former contestants such as Belle Hassan and Millie Court, who recently ended her relationship with Liam Reardon, are also rumored to join the series. Others mentioned include Harrison Solomon, Samie Elishi, Jess Harding, and Lana Jenkins.
The upcoming series will take place in South Africa. Host Maya Jama has begun filming segments for the show, offering glimpses of what fans can expect. In a pre-recorded segment, she expressed her excitement, stating, “It’s all feeling like it’s about to start happening. It’s just like Christmas, get out of the way, I’m ready to go to South Africa!”
Teasers and Anticipation
Recently, ITV released a brief teaser video, igniting anticipation among fans. The ten-second clip features a series of Polaroid-style images connected by string, with the caption, “Who’s got unfinished business?” This teaser hints at an abundance of drama, leaving viewers eager to discover which past contestants will return to resolve their previous conflicts.
“You’re gonna love it, and there’ll be some familiar faces… obviously,” Maya added while speaking about the upcoming series.
The narrator for the series, Ian Sterling, is also confirmed to return, adding an element of continuity for longtime fans. The first season of Love Island All Stars saw success, with former winners Molly Smith and Tom Clare connecting on the show and subsequently moving in together, culminating in an engagement during a romantic getaway in Dubai. However, not all romances have endured; contestants such as Gabby Allen and Casey O’Gorman struggled to maintain their relationships after the show.
Speculation surrounding other returning contestants includes names like Scott van-der-Sluis, Whitney Adebayo, and Jacques O’Neil, as well as potential appearances from Alima Gagigo from series 12. As the new series approaches, fans are left to wonder who else might join the mix in what promises to be an exciting installment of the reality series.
With the premiere date fast approaching, the buzz around Love Island All Stars continues to grow, setting the stage for yet another captivating season filled with romance, drama, and unexpected twists.
